Vacancies at Uasin Gishu County Government

Uasin Gishu County is situated in the mid-west of the Rift Valley covering an area of 3,345.2 square kilometers and lies between longitude 34 degrees 50’ east and 35 degrees 37’ west and latitude 0 degrees 03’ south and 0 degrees 55’ north . The county is further sub-divided into six sub-counties namely; Soy, Turbo, Moiben, Ainabko...

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• Open Jobs
  1. Assistant Animal Health Officer III - 5 Posts
  2. Assistant Agricultural Officer III - 3 Posts
  3. Agricultural Officer - 2 Posts
  4. Livestock Production Officer - 2 Posts
  5. Records Management Officer III - 2 Posts
  6. Senior Clerical Officer - 3 Posts
  7. Support Staff Supervisor - 3 Posts
  8. Board, Audit Commitee Members - 3 Posts
  9. Accountant I
  10. Director Supply Chain Management
  11. Supply Chain Management Officer I
  12. Assistant Director Public Communication
  13. Clerical Officer II - 2 Posts
  14. Human Resource Assistant - 2 Post
  15. Sub-County Administrator Kapseret Sub County
  16. Sub-County Administrator -Soy Sub County
  17. Sub-County Administrator-Anabkoi Sub County
  18. Sub-County Administrator - Kesses Sub County
  19. Sub-County Administrator - Turbo Sub County
• Method of Application

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Diploma in any· of the following disciplines: - Animal Health, Animal Health and Production, Environmental Health, Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis, Poultry Science or Animal Husbandry from a recognized institution;
• Possess a current valid practicing certificate;
• Membership of a relevant professional body; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Oversee construction and maintenance of farm structures;
• Give advice on dip designing siting and appraise construction' and inspection and verification of imports and export of consignments;
• Train and advise on milking techniques and external parasite control technique such as dipping, spraying and dusting;
• Carry out vaccination, closed castration dehorning, animal identification, Deworming, disbudding, docking debeaking and hoof trimming;
• Carry out treatment of animals as per the skills acquired;
• Participate in disease search;
• Collect and collate data and write livestock technical reports;
• Keep records on animal breeding, animal health milk production, dipping data, laughter house daily kill, meat condemnation and movement permits;
• Participate in animal health field demonstrations and agricultural shows;
• Undertake equipment sterilization, sample collection, packaging and dispatch;
• Rear experimental animals' issue of livestock movement permits
• Undertake artificial insemination, meat inspection and grading;
• Enforce slaughterhouse hygiene, meat transport regulations;

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied&nbsp

Requirements for appointment:-

• A Diploma in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Horticulture or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Report writing skills;
• Good Communication skills; and

Duties and responsibilities:-

• Mobilize, train and advise farmers on matters relating to agricultural extension services in a working unit on matters related to crop production, horticultural production, Land Development and Planning;
• Coordinate crop related extension activities at the ward level;
• Distribute quality seeds, seedlings/planting materials at specific units;
• Organize field days demonstrations and tours;
• Identify farmers' training needs; and
• Prepare field reports.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied&nbsp

Requirement for Appointment:-

• Bachelors of Science degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Extension,Agri-Business or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Report writing skills;
• Possess Proposal development skills; and

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Coordinate crop development and food security, Agri-Nutrition, Engineering, Extension, Research and Training, Agribusiness and Projects Monitoring and Evaluation;
• Coordinate delivery of agricultural extension activities;
• Collect and package new and existing agricultural technologies for dissemination to crop related value chain actors;
• Collect and collate agriculture information;
• Compile and analyze field reports for decision making;
• Facilitate delivery of farm production and marketing of extension services;
• Manage information desks within the Sub - County; and
• Plan, monitor and evaluate performance of staff against the set targets.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied&nbsp

Requirement for Appointment:-

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Animal Science, Animal Production, Livestock Production or Dairy Technology from a recognized Institution;
• Possess a current valid practicing certificate;
• Membership of a relevant professional body; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Provide technical advice in animal production, livestock marketing, range management, and ranching with a view of promoting economic livestock farming;
• Promote economic livestock farming;
• Participate in organizing extension activities which include field days, agricultural shows, field demonstrations, farmer field schools and farm visits Participating in collaborative research activities;
• Disseminate livestock production technologies such as construction of livestock housing and structures, milk production, pasture and fodder production and conservation, farm planning, gross margin analysis, on-farm feed formulation;
• Implement livestock production programmes/projects in such areas as dairy cattle farming, beef cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, Poultry, rabbits, camels, donkeys breeding programmes, fodder ;
• Production and conservation, value addition to livestock Products, apiculture, emerging livestock and other animal Husbandry interventions;
• Coach and mentor staff;
• Capture, maintain and store livestock data; and
• Plan, monitor and evaluate performance of staff against the set targets.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldICT / Computer&nbsp

Requirement for appointment

• A Diploma in Records/Information Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Good Analytical and Organizational skill

Duties and responsibilities

• Receive, sort, open, file, minute and dispatch mails;
• Sort information and documents for filing according to database and record management system protocols.
• Assist in classifying and coding information and documents for inclusion in database and record management systems
• File information and documents in database and record management systems.
• Identify and retrieve information and documents for users.
• Record file and document movements.
• Label storage locations, and assembling of new files.
• Remove inactive and dead files and guide on file disposal.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements For appointment:-

• Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Accountancy, or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution from akn accredited institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrates professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities:-

• Prepare estimates of expenditure on general office services;
• Ensure safe custody of invoices, receipts and other records;
• Verify compiled statistical records for accuracy;
• Prepare of estimates of expenditure for general office services;
• Prepare and submit monthly reports;
• Assist planning office accommodation and layout;
• Prepare and submit budget estimates; and
• Prepare and maintain records and ensure proper maintenance of the filing system.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationKCSE
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Must be a holder of KCSE Certificate or its equivalent;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Ability to keep confidentiality of clients’ information; and
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Supervise Support staff and cleaners;
• Deliver mails and correspondences;
• Carry out messengerial duties;
• Prepare departmental work schedules;
• Arrange boardroom for meetings that are scheduled to take place;
• Keep inventory of kitchen utensils and advice on restocking; and
• Open and close offices to ensure security;

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment

• Hold a first degree in relevant field from a recognized university;
• Have a good understanding of county government operating, financial reporting or auditing; and
• Have a good understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the entity to which they are to be appointed.
• Be a person of integrity, demonstrated professional competence and strong interpersonal skills and meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Duties and responsibilities of the Audit Committee

• Evaluate whether processes are in place to address key roles and responsibilities in relation to risk management
• Evaluate the adequacy of the control environment to provide reasonable assurance that the systems of internal control are of a high standard and functioning as intended
• Perform an independent review of the financial statement to ensure the integrity and transparency of the financial reporting process
• Monitor the effectiveness of the County Government performance information and compliance with the performance management framework and performance reporting requirements
• Evaluate the quality of the internal audit function, particularly in the areas of planning, monitoring and reporting.
• Engage with external audit in assessing the adequacy of management response to issues identified by Audit
• Review the effectiveness of how the County Government monitors compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements to promote a culture committed to lawful and ethical behaviour.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment:-

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification. OR
• Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPAK)
• Membership to a relevant Professional body.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Prepare and verify vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations involving primary data entry.
• Routine accounting work such as balancing of cash books, imprest and advances ledgers.
• Maintenance of primary records such as cashbooks, Ledgers, registers and preparing of simple management reports, e.g. imprest and expenditure returns.
• Safe custody of records and assets under him/her.
• Preparation of expenditure and revenue returns on a quarterly basis.
• Assist in coordination of year end audit and preparation of schedules and documents for external auditors.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience10 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldProcurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain&nbsp

Requirements for appointment:

• Have served for at least ten (10) years in Supply Chain Management Five (5) of which must be in senior Management or in a comparable and relevant position in the public or private sector;
• Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or comparable qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage.
• Possession of a relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Have attended Senior Management course from Kenya School of Government or any other institution recognized in Kenya;
• Have understanding and knowledge of E- procurement;
• Be a member of a professional body (KISM) and possess a current practicing license.
• Demonstrate understanding of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2015 and its regulations; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution on Leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• The management and coordination of the supply chain services in the county;
• Developing the County Annual Procurement Plan and ensuring adherence to it;
• Providing administrative guidelines on interpretation and implementation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2015 and the supporting regulations;
• Analyzing supply chain management policies, rules, regulations, structures and systems;
• In liaison with other departments, provide guidelines on matters of procurement, contract design and implementation;
• Preparing tender documents in accordance with the Public Procurement Act 2015 and coordinating the tendering process;
• Determining and proposing methods and strategies of handling the supply chain management function;
• Initiating and developing supply chain management policies and performance improvement strategies that are adaptive to the changing environment and technology;
• Ensuring high professional supply chain management standards;
• Offering professional opinions to the Accounting Officers.
• Any other duty assigned by the Chief Officer

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldProcurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement / Supply Chain Management/ Logistics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Be a member of the Institute of Supplies Management of Kenya
• Good analytical skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of request for quotation, Initiation of bids, Request for proposal and coordination of their timely dispatch
• Prepare LPO and LSO
• Register all documents and handle all customers and supplies database
• Prepare reports concerning supply chain management operations
• Assist the DSCM in maintaining current up to date procurement documents and manuals
• Route, copy and circulate of quotes, bids and proposal for evaluation, documents and manuals
• Research on pricing, obtaining quotes locally on low value items
• Assist in coordination of the selected bidder to ensure completion of administrative processes including bid security, contract award notice and distribution of contract documents accordingly
• Assist in management of the administrative process throughout the duration of the preparation of all documentation until the award of the contract
• Prepare the management information and statistical reports
• Check and classify the precedence of requisition and process as priority setting of the goods and services needed.
• Coordinate with departments and make sure the right goods/services are acquired
• Provide purchased goods/services to the responsible receiving office and do all actions for completing the process
• Maintain appropriate records to ensure that procurement process, decision and contractual agreement are accurately documented for accountability and audit purpose
• Perform other duties related to the field as assigned by the Director, Supply Chain Management.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience6 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment: -

• A Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Communication Studies, Media Studies/Science, Photojournalism from a recognized institution;

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences and a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Communication Studies, Media Studies/Science, Photojournalism from a recognized institution;
• A Master's degree in a field relevant is an added advantage
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than six (6) years and has at least three (3) years’ experience at management level; and
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Interpret and implement public communication policies; strategies and programmes;
• Develop standards and regulations in the management of public communications functions;
• Manage public communications activities /events branding and promoting positive image of the County;
• Initiate research on various public communication issues and develop appropriate interventions and response;
• Produce and communicate publications on the County programs, activities and investment opportunities;
• Edit and proofread government related publications and other pre-press materials to ensure quality;
• Provides professional leadership in the management of relations between the county, the public, the media and other stakeholders;
• Monitor and analyze media content;
• Carry out research on public opinion on specific sectoral area and providing appropriate strategies;
• Manage production of IEC materials and events management;
• Participate in the development of departmental /individual work plans;
• Prepare and monitor implementation of the department’s budget;
• Coordinate training and development of staff and management of resources within the department.
• Plan, monitor and evaluate performance of staff against the set targets.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationKCSE
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C Plain or its approved equivalent; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Prepare estimates of expenditure on general office services;
• Ensure safe custody of invoices, receipts and other records;
• Verify compiled statistical records for accuracy;
• Prepare of estimates of expenditure for general office services;
• Prepare and submit monthly reports;
• Assist planning office accommodation and layout;
• Prepare and submit budget estimates; and
• Prepare and maintain records and ensure proper maintenance of the filing system.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldHuman Resources / HR&nbsp

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Diploma in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations. Labour Relations or any or any Social Science Diploma from a recognized institution;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Good analytical and organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Support all internal and external human resource related inquiries or requests;
• Oversee the compilation of compensation and benefit documentation;
• Compile quarterly performance management reports;
• Schedule meetings, human resource events and maintain agendas;
• Assist in planning for training sessions and seminars;
• Assist in induction and updating records of new staff;
• Produce and submit reports on general human resource activities;
• Complete termination paperwork and exit interviews; and
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience7 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for appointment: -

• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management;
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a public or private sector.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A Senior Management course from a recognized institution may be preferred.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Coordinate the management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the Sub-County unit;
• Develop policies and plans;
• Ensure effective service delivery;
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service;
• Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community;
• Maintain the Sub County public service
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 (1) of County Government Act 2012.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience7 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for appointment: -

• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management;
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a public or private sector.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A Senior Management course from a recognized institution may be preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the Sub-County unit;
• Develop policies and plans;
• Ensure effective service delivery;
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service;
• Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community;
• Maintain the Sub County public service
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 (1) of County Government Act 2012.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience7 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for appointment:-

• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management;
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a public or private sector.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A Senior Management course from a recognized institution may be preferred.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Coordinate the management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the Sub-County unit;
• Develop policies and plans;
• Ensure effective service delivery;
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service;
• Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community;
• Maintain the Sub County public service
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 (1) of County Government Act 2012.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience7 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for appointment:-

• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management;
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a public or private sector.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A Senior Management course from a recognized institution may be preferred.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Coordinate the management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the Sub-County unit;
• Develop policies and plans;
• Ensure effective service delivery;
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service;
• Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community;
• Maintain the Sub County public service
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 (1) of County Government Act 2012.

• Job TypeContract
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience7 years
• LocationUasin Gishu
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Requirements for appointment:-

• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management;
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a public or private sector.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A Senior Management course from a recognized institution may be preferred.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Coordinate the management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the Sub-County unit;
• Develop policies and plans;
• Ensure effective service delivery;
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service;
• Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community;
• Maintain the Sub County public service
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 (1) of County Government Act 2012.

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